The biology and culture of tropical oysters

C.L. Angell

No 44687, Technical Reports from Worldfish Center

Abstract: Reviews the biology and ecology of oysters, and experimental and culture techniques used in the tropics; describes problems in tropical oyster farming and identifies research needs to further develop this form of aquaculture. Three oyster genera are discussed: Ostrea, Crassostrea and Saccostrea. The advantages and disadvantages of various species of each genus with regard to aquaculture are also described.

Keywords: Farm; Management (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 42
Date: 1986
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.44687

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